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[Thailand-junkie]

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[dixon cox]

... google low light camera's and came up with this, any info ?

Nikon Coolpix S9100

If good low-light is important to you, then be aware of the following:

"The only major negative points are sub-par image quality in poor light at high ISO settings and very little manual exposure control." ~ Source

If I'm honest, that would put me off.

[Thailand-junkie]

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[dixon cox]

Cheers DC

No worries Dude

Even my excellent little Canon S90 needed the 'P' Program setting up for a forced 'flash', when required. Nothing is 100% straight out of the box.

[thailover57]

I bought an inexpensive Samsung HZ30W last year with a 15x optical zoom. Nice little camera with image stabilization and hi-def capability for video (need a hi-def card to use it). Has auto settings

[petesie]

Here's the latest Nikon line up with reviews...

http://www.dpreview....s/nikon/cameras

[petesie]

Nikon have been busy in the labs and this is their latest release;

http://www.trustedre...l-Camera_review

Looks like they've built a mighty fine processor from the ground up here which will surely have a major impact on future releases in the DSLR camp...

The D700 is rumoured to be up for a major revamp and I think serious Nikon loving photographers will be in for a treat.

http://www.trustedre...0-to-offer-36mp

[petesie]

Another good site for reviews of the latest camera cuties and other gadgets/gizmo's is Pocket Lint..

http://www.pocket-lint.com/cameras

[Bumblebee]

Here is a list of the best, latest digital cameras for anyone thinking of giving themselves an early Xmas present.
http://www.photograp...ital_camera.php

[dixon cox]

I must admit I'm more than a little tempted to splash a little cash on something, but I'm torn between which route to follow, so any input from you camera buffs would be much appreciated.

I currently have a Nikon D90 (with only the 18-55mm kit lens) and a Canon S90, but I want more zoom-ability.

I am undecided whether to consider a Nikon 55-300mm Zoom Lens for my D90, or buy one of the new cameras with amazing built-in zoom capability, such as the Nikon Coolpix L120, which has caught my eye. Their prices aren't too disimilar, but it's one or the other, not both.

Thoughts?

I love my little Canon S90

[Thailand-junkie]

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[Bumblebee]

I must admit I'm more than a little tempted to splash a little cash on something, but I'm torn between which route to follow, so any input from you camera buffs would be much appreciated.

I currently have a Nikon D90 (with only the 18-55mm kit lens) and a Canon S90, but I want more zoom-ability.

I am undecided whether to consider a Nikon 55-300mm Zoom Lens for my D90, or buy one of the new cameras with amazing built-in zoom capability, such as the Nikon Coolpix L120, which has caught my eye. Their prices aren't too disimilar, but it's one or the other, not both.

Thoughts?

I love my little Canon S90

I am a bit of a fan of the superzooms. They pack so many features without the hassle of lugging around lots of different lenses etc. If you don't fancy going the full hog and buying a DSLR, like myself, then the superzooms are a good alternative.

The Nikon you mention looks pretty good,similar to my own Panasonic FZ40/FZ45. The Nikon uses AA batteries, an advantage in my books as they are easy to come by, and so you can always carry a spare rechargeable set with you. My Panasonic uses a Lithium Battery and it has been a bitch to find a spare plus the damn high price.

Both these cameras aim for the same market, Here is a link to a comparison of other cameras with these features.
http://www.photograp..._review/rivals/

I usually carry the bigger superzoom with me in the daytime, and take out my smaller Panasonic TZ7/ZS3 point and shoot for the evenings.